Nikon 1 V2 vs Samsung NX5
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Nikon 1 V2 vs Samsung NX5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 278g - 109 x 82 x 46mm
- Launched October 2012
- Superseded the Nikon 1 V1
- Renewed by Nikon 1 V3
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 499g - 123 x 87 x 40mm
- Announced June 2010
Nikon 1 V2 vs Samsung NX5 Overview
Following is a detailed overview of the Nikon 1 V2 and Samsung NX5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the 1 V2 (14MP) and the NX5 (15MP) is very close but the 1 V2 (1") and NX5 (APS-C) have different sensor sizing.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe 1 V2 was revealed 2 years after the NX5 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the 1 V2 matches up vs the NX5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon 1 V2 vs Samsung NX5 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 V2 & Samsung NX5. The full galleries are available at Nikon 1 V2 Gallery & Samsung NX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 V2 over the Samsung NX5
1 V2 | NX5 | |||
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Announced | October 2012 | June 2010 | More modern by 30 months | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX5 over the Nikon 1 V2
NX5 | 1 V2 |
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Common features in the Nikon 1 V2 and Samsung NX5
1 V2 | NX5 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurement | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Nikon 1 V2 vs Samsung NX5 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 V2 has outside measurements of 109mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") and a weight of 278 grams (0.61 lbs) and the Samsung NX5 has proportions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") along with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).
Look at the Nikon 1 V2 and Samsung NX5 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the 1 V2 and the NX5.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 V2 and NX5 is 85 and 80 respectively.
Nikon 1 V2 vs Samsung NX5 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes only by looking through specifications. The image below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 V2 and NX5.
Plainly, both of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 1 V2 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Samsung NX5 will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images more aggressively. The more modern 1 V2 provides an advantage in sensor technology.
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Nikon 1 V2 vs Samsung NX5 Specifications
Nikon 1 V2 | Samsung NX5 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon 1 V2 | Samsung NX5 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2012-10-24 | 2010-06-01 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed 3A | DRIM Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 15MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 4592 x 3056 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 73 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon 1 | Samsung NX |
Amount of lenses | 13 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 921k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 15.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 11.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/250 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 278 grams (0.61 lb) | 499 grams (1.10 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 82 x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") | 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 50 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.2 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 403 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 310 pictures | 400 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL21 | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $599 | $499 |